Average home value
$562,851
Down 0.4 percent from last year (Zillow).
Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County advice for buyers and sellers planning their next move
Salt Lake County gives buyers more choices than nearby counties, but the best homes still attract quick attention when price and presentation match the neighborhood.
Data snapshot: Jan 31, 2026 (market) + Jul 1, 2024 (population estimate)
Market snapshot
Median list vs sale
$553,000 vs $549,817
Small spread of about 0.6 percent. Accurate pricing is rewarded.
Inventory and speed
3,154 listings | 44 days to pending
Highest listing count among these four counties.
Inventory per 1,000 residents
2.59
Moderate supply. Neighborhood choice matters a lot.
What is unique about Salt Lake County right now
- - Salt Lake County is not one single market. Downtown condos, east bench homes, and southwest suburban neighborhoods can move at very different speeds.
- - Because list and sale prices are close countywide, homes priced correctly from day one usually perform better than homes that test the market high.
- - Many buyers are payment focused right now, so homes with clean condition and practical layouts often win over homes that need immediate work.
Buying in Salt Lake County
I help buyers read neighborhood demand and write strong offers without overpaying.
- - Set your monthly payment target early, including taxes, insurance, HOA dues, and utilities.
- - Use recent pending sales in the exact neighborhood to decide how strong your offer should be.
- - If a home has sat for a few weeks, ask for closing cost support or a rate buydown before asking for a large price drop.
- - For condos and townhomes, review HOA reserves and insurance details early to keep financing smooth.
Selling in Salt Lake County
I help sellers launch with confident pricing and a prep plan that supports strong early momentum.
- - Price from recent pending and closed sales in your immediate area, not broad county averages.
- - Finish the highest return prep items before launch, especially paint, lighting, and curb appeal.
- - Plan your first week to maximize showing traffic, then adjust quickly if activity is softer than expected.
- - When comparing offers, look at financing strength and closing certainty along with the headline price.
Common neighborhoods I help clients in
Salt Lake City • Murray • Draper • South Jordan • Herriman